Everyone has a hidden talent …
Little Breezy Bear dreams of making her mark at the soon-to-open Buttercup Bakery. Eager to help her Mama bake, Breezy dives in. But her attempts at ‘helping’ cause floury chaos, a gooey egg mess, and a heap of spilled salt! Just when she thinks her baking dreams are dashed, Breezy asks her Papa if she can decorate the cakes instead.
With no time to waste, Breezy picks up her piping bag and realizes icing is like drawing and painting. She can do this. Will Breezy’s creative flair turn a disastrous start into sweet success in time for the Bakery to open?
Join Breezy as she learns that mistakes can lead to magic — and that every child has a special gift waiting to shine!
What to expect:
- Humor & Heart: baking mishaps and family bonding
- Adorable Characters: young children will fall in love with Breezy and her family
- Energetic Illustrations: capture the chaos and excitement of a busy bakery
- Playful Rhyming Text: supports early reading skills and makes the book fun to read aloud
- Coloring Page: children can decorate their own cupcake for the Bakery
Key Themes:
- Mistakes Help You Grow: Breezy’s baking disasters aren’t failures; they are opportunities for redirection
- Perseverance Pays Off: Even after multiple disasters, Breezy keeps going, leading her to surprising results
- Trying New Things Matters: Breezy discovers a unique talent through trying
- Self-Expression: Breezy finds joy in her newly discovered creativity
Lori Rotter is an award-winning toy designer and children’s book author of the “Best” Collection of Stories: Best Dinosaur Ever, Freckles’ Best Ribbit, and Best Chef in Town.
Lori writes stories that help build confidence, kindness, and emotional resilience. And her warm, playful storytelling makes young readers feel seen and celebrated.
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